Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Poonawalla Fincorp Appoints Salil Hajarnis as CTO

Poonawalla Fincorp Limited, a leading non-banking finance company (NBFC) promoted by the Cyrus Poonawalla Group, has announced the appointment of Salil Hajarnis as its Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

The board of directors approved his appointment on September 11, 2024, and it will take effect on December 10, 2024.

Salil Hajarnis is set to lead the company’s technology strategy, focusing on digital transformation and AI-driven customer solutions.

Arvind Kapil, Managing Director and CEO of Poonawalla Fincorp, expressed his confidence in Salil Hajarnis’ abilities.

He stated, “Salil’s expertise in AI, enterprise architecture, and digital innovation makes him an invaluable addition to our leadership team.”

Arvind added, “His proven ability to execute large-scale technology transformations will be instrumental in enhancing customer experiences and driving our competitive edge in the NBFC space.”

Vision and Future Plans for Poonawalla Fincorp

Salil Hajarnis shared his vision for his new role, stating, “It’s an exciting time to be part of Poonawalla Fincorp’s journey as it redefines the financial services landscape.”

He added, “I look forward to collaborating with the team to create scalable, future-ready technology solutions that not only enhance efficiency but also set new benchmarks in customer satisfaction.”

Salil’s global experience, spanning North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, further strengthens Poonawalla Fincorp’s commitment to leveraging technology for growth.

As the new CTO, he will shape the company’s technology roadmap, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver superior customer experiences.

Salil Hajarnis’ Extensive Experience

Salil Hajarnis brings over two decades of experience in technology leadership roles to Poonawalla Fincorp.

His impressive career includes notable positions at industry giants such as Fiserv and Capgemini.

As the Head of Technology for India at Fiserv, Salil led key initiatives including AI and API-enabled solutions, real-time integrations, and platform modernization across markets in India, ASEAN, and Australia.

His contributions significantly advanced the technological capabilities of these regions.

Before joining Fiserv, Salil held senior roles at Capgemini where he managed complex transformations and built technology-driven customer experiences.

His work involved crafting technology strategies for the lending businesses of global financial institutions, modernizing legacy systems, and enhancing platform capabilities.

Salil’s expertise in delivering innovative lending and payment solutions further solidified his reputation as a tech leader.


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